Nightscape Photography

September 23, 2017 - September 24, 2017

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Although camping within the Petrified Forest National Park is permitted in limited areas, mobility after park hours is not. This Nightscape Photographer Workshop will take participants inside the park under a moonless night sky for a privileged photography opportunity using the Milky Way as a backdrop to the unique and other-worldly landscape attractions found exclusively in the Petrified Forest and Painted Desert.

The Nightscape Photographer Workshop is open to novice and experienced astrophotographers. Field tutorials including camera operation and setup, shot planning, scene lighting and capturing, while those already familiar with the art and craft may proceed with their photographic plans.

Participants should be in decent physical shape capable of navigating “off-the-beaten path” with only a headlamp and flashlight carrying their photographic equipment. Expect to trek a couple miles over the course of the night.

Participants will first meet at the historic Painted Desert Inn a few miles from the North park entrance gate to review our night plan and prepare to set up camp at Chinde Point. That afternoon we will scout photogenic locations before returning to the campsite for astrophotography basics as we wait for our moonless sky and the rise of the Milky Way. Participants can expect to be photographing until midnight or later.

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Petrified Forest Field Institute (PFFI) is a program of the official nonprofit park partner, the Petrified Forest Museum Association (PFMA). PFFI is proud to offer guided hiking tours exploring a variety of fun and compelling subjects lead by world class guides and field experts.